Carrington Primary and Nursery School
Nottingham, NG5 2BF · Nottingham · primary school
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60th of 73 primary schools in Nottingham we can score, 74 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,242 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.9/10 among them, against 2.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Carrington Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.9 out of 10 among them, against 2.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 218 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
Since the results for the higher standard are 0.0%, what specific support is provided to pupils aiming to exceed the expected standard? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll exceeds the designated places?
What Ofsted said about Carrington Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Carrington Primary and Nursery School is described as an inclusive environment where pupils demonstrate high levels of kindness, respect, and engagement. Leaders have successfully transformed the school since the previous inspection, implementing a broad, engaging curriculum that prioritises democracy, sustainability, and diversity. The report highlights significant improvements in reading and mathematics, with pupils making strong progress and showing impressive vocabulary retention.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, are polite, and actively contribute to school life through various groups such as ‘Eco’ and ‘Equality, Inclusion and Diversity’.
- The new curriculum is “well thought out” with “golden threads” of democracy, sustainability, and diversity expertly woven into subjects.
- Early reading is taught effectively, with phonics delivered in a “logical and systematic order” leading to fluent reading.
- Staff quickly identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and adapt teaching to ensure they access the same curriculum content as peers.
- Leaders have a “clear vision” and have addressed previous weaknesses, resulting in increased pupil progress.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of foundation subjects, pupils are at an early stage of knowing and remembering content, leaving some gaps in learning.
- The curriculum lacks clarity in some areas regarding what pupils are expected to know and remember, risking inconsistent interpretation by teachers.
- The governing body has not sufficiently considered how long-term staffing absences have impacted leadership capacity, leading to an uneven distribution of responsibilities.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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